Must I move to Columbia in order to pursue this degree?

No. You can pursue the MDiv/Ministry Leadership degree through the AccessClU study track. In AccessClU-SSM, you complete a combination of online and one week intensive courses without relocating to Columbia. The AccessClU-SSM study track allows you to complete the entire MDiv degree while maintaining your regular ministry or employment. If you are in Program 1, studying via AccessClU-SSM will require at least five years of study.